Manchester City get their 2022-23 EFL Cup campaign underway on Wednesday when they go head to head with Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium.
Pep Guardiola's side extended their winning streak against Fulham to 13 games on Saturday when goals from Julian Alvarez and Erling Braut Haaland condemned the Cottagers to a 2-1 defeat.
The Citizens, who are currently second in the Premier League standings with 32 points from 13 games, now turn their attention to the EFL Cup, where they will be looking to surpass last season's disappointing fourth-round exit and challenge for a fifth title in six years.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up Manchester City's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their clash with Chelsea, who lost on penalties when the sides met in the 2019-20 EFL Cup final.
Status: Out
Type of injury: Shoulder
Possible return date: Unknown
Kalvin Phillips has been out of action since undergoing a shoulder operation in September and while the former Leeds United man has returned to training, he is out of contention for Guardiola's side.
Status: Out
Type of injury: Groin
Possible return date: Unknown
Kyle Walker underwent a surgery over a groin injury back in October and the England international, who is currently in a race against time to be fit ahead of the World Cup, will play no part in Tuesday's game.
MANCHESTER CITY's SUSPENSION LIST
Manchester City will take to the pitch without Portugal international Joao Cancelo, who is currently suspended after taking an early bath against Fulham on Saturday.
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